Investigation of gene expression levels in thyroid tissues of rats treated with Wi-Fi electromagnetic wave (2.4–3 GHz Wi-Fi RF-EMF)

Authors: Serin M, Soylu S, Durna Daştan S, Koç S, Atilla Kurt A

Year: 2023

Category: Molecular Biology

Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure

DOI: 10.1016/j.molstruc.2023.135741

URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022286023008372

Abstract

Overview

This research delves into the assessment of Wi-Fi electromagnetic field impacts on gene expression levels in the thyroid tissue of Wistar albino rats. A structured experiment utilized twenty 16-week-old female rats, divided into control and experimental groups.

Methodology

Exposure to 2.4–3 GHz Wi-Fi RF-EMF was provided to the experimental group for 30 days. The control group, in contrast, was not subjected to any electromagnetic fields. Key gene regions such as beta catenin, beta-actin, GAPDH, and others were examined.

Key Findings

Significant increases in gene expression levels were observed in many examined gene regions for the rats exposed to Wi-Fi, compared to control.
Most genes exhibited higher expression coefficients, linked to pathways such as the WNT/β-catenin, related to autophagy and oxidative stress.
ATG5 and ATG12 were exceptions, showing no increase.

Conclusion

The study concludes that electromagnetic exposure via Wi-Fi can significantly influence gene expression related to specific cellular pathways. This insight not only advances scientific understanding but also informs public health perspectives on the implications of Wi-Fi EMF exposure.

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